Social workers in England

The social work profession promotes social change, problem solving in human relationships and the empowerment and liberation of people to enhance well-being.

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Social worker

The Register first opened for social workers in England on 1 August 2012.

Number of registrants: 96,367 (08/03/18)

Professional bodies:

Each of the professions regulated by us has at least one professional body and/or association. These organisations do work which may include promoting the profession, representing members, curriculum frameworks, post registration education and training and continuing professional development. Whilst these organisations are separate from the HCPC, their role may be complementary to ours, which is why we have provided their contact details below: